Colorado Legal Services · 1 day ago
Summer La Student Intern - Pueblo Office
Pueblo, Colorado, United States
Internship
Onsite
InternColorado Legal Services (CLS) is Colorado’s statewide nonprofit legal aid program, with a mission to provide civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. They are seeking a motivated law student for a Summer Law Student Internship in their Pueblo Office, where the intern will support attorneys in delivering essential legal services and gain hands-on experience across various civil legal practice issues.
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Responsibilities
Draft motions, briefs, memorandums, pleadings, letters to clients and opposing parties, and other types of legal documents as needed by staff and attorneys to assist with client representation
Perform legal research and assist attorneys and staff prepare for evidentiary hearings
Assist attorneys and staff by reviewing collateral documentation involved in the case, organizing evidence, identifying discovery issues, creating exhibits for trial, and assisting with the development of trial binders for important evidentiary proceedings
Conduct client interviews with attorneys and assist with case investigation through research and interviews with potential witnesses
Observe and, when permitted under the Law Student Practice Requirements, advocate in court hearings, administrative hearings, mediations, negotiations, and other court proceedings
Maintain accurate and organized case files and client records in accordance with CLS policies. This may include experience with time keeping policies and practices, as well
Collaborate with attorneys and support staff as part of an interdisciplinary legal team to provide high-quality legal representation to CLS clients – this includes participation in weekly Team meetings to staff cases collaboratively
Qualification
Required
Current enrollment in an ABA-accredited law school
Strong interest in public interest law and in legal issues affecting low-income individuals
Compassion and professionalism when working with clients who are facing legal and life challenges associated with their low-income status
Sensitivity to and respect for individuals from diverse backgrounds and lived experiences
Able to prioritize and maintain client confidentiality and adhere to ethical obligations
Ability to manage time, to prioritize tasks, to work independently with appropriate supervision, and to work as part of a team
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with clients, attorneys, and staff
Preferred
Spanish-speaking ability
Prior coursework or experience with civil legal issues such as family law, housing law, public benefits, consumer law, or protection orders
Experience with client-facing work, including interviews or intake
Prior experience working with underserved, low-income, or otherwise vulnerable populations
Experience and familiarity with trauma-informed or client-centered advocacy
Company
Colorado Legal Services
Colorado Legal Services is a non-profit firm that provides legal help for low-income people seeking assistance with civil legal needs.
Founded in 1925
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
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